Delilah: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Meaning delicate or languishing, a name with seductive beauty and biblical intrigue.
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #69
- Peak
- #69 in 2023
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Delilah Means
Delilah is a girl name of Hebrew origin. Meaning delicate or languishing, a name with seductive beauty and biblical intrigue.
How Popular Delilah Is
Delilah currently ranks #69 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #69 in 2023. It is rising.
Good to Know About Delilah
- The Plain White T's song 'Hey There Delilah' boosted this name's popularity.
- In the Bible, Delilah famously discovered the secret of Samson's strength.
- Tom Jones' classic 'Delilah' is another beloved musical connection.
Names Like Delilah
Other Hebrew names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Delilah
Hebrew names that pair well as a brother or sister to Delilah.
Questions About Delilah
What does Delilah mean?
Delilah is a girl name of Hebrew origin. Meaning delicate or languishing, a name with seductive beauty and biblical intrigue.
How popular is Delilah?
Delilah currently ranks #69 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #69 in 2023. It is rising.
Where does Delilah come from?
Delilah comes from Hebrew roots. The Plain White T's song 'Hey There Delilah' boosted this name's popularity.
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